TAKE THE TRIP TO JAPAN

Japan is one of the most fascinating countries in the world, but getting close to real Japanese food, people and culture can be a challenge. Our Japanese chef in Melbourne is helping you embark on special, unique, memorable experiences just like Japanese visiting home town. Join Chef Tamaki from Osaka to visit her Japanese heritage and culture with a focus on Japanese foods. Where history and modernity meet, you explore insights into a colorful and fragrant land of Japan.  Our ultimate Japan food tour is for travelers looking to indulge in mouth-watering culinary delights all whilst immersing themselves in this amazing Japanese culture and landscape amazing food found there. Japanese food is all about freshness, and you only really get to experience this when you are out in the countryside – dockside sushi, freshly shucked oysters, crisp tempura. And that is exactly what we do on the Japanese Gourmet Food Tour. 

CHEF TAMAKI

OTAO kitchen features Chef Tamaki for our Japanese cooking experiences. Tamaki and her husband will lead your tour to her country of birth. Tamaki was born and raised in Osaka and obtained her Chef qualifications in Melbourne Australia. Tamaki’s passion is food. She loves creating amazing dishes that simply make people smile (and want more of course). But her heart has and always will, remain with the exquisite dishes found in the Japanese culture. What really annoys Tamaki is that many of the existing cultural tours of Japan, simply don’t show its ‘true food culture’. To the Japanese, the places the tourists are eating in are a bit like going to a fast food take away. That is why Tamaki has launched her gourmet food tours because she wants to show you all the hidden treasures and allow you to indulge in some of the most exquisite culinary delights that Japan has to offer and that no one else knows about, except the locals.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

• Visit amazing historic township and villages
• Experience traditional Japanese accomodation - Yokan Inn
• Visit traditional and craft shops where locals shop for centuries 
• Visit street foods, noodle shops, markets and Michelin Star eateries
• Visit amazing Japanese architecture and gardens
• Option for soaking up Japanese traditional bath house
• More things along the way

INCLUSIONS

A trip with us includes the following - we will send confirmation of what is on offer for each trip.

• Chef Tamaki's tailor made itinerary crafted personally for you, based on our in-depth Japan expertise, relationships, and firsthand experience
• Your Jan accommodations, in hotels and ryokans to match your taste and priorities
• In-country transport via the shinkansen - bullet train and transportation and logistics for peace of mind and convenience
• Unique Tamaki private tours and experiences with free time as you’d like
• Most meals except liquor during culinary outings
• Chef Tamaki will speak to you or Melbourne based meet up if needed for pre-departure information to help you prepare for your trip, including expert advice on etiquette, food, packing, Wi-Fi, language, tipping...
• Further recommendations for authentic, memorable experiences, including well-known highlights and hidden gems pre, post or during your trip to your tastes.

EXPLORE JAPAN

This is a journey that you will never forget…Our aim is take you where most Westerners who visit Japan never go on Japan tours. 

• Osaka – Osaka Castle, Tsutenkaku Tower
• Nara – World Heritage listed Todai-ji (Big Buddha) and the Kasuga Grand Shrine
• Kyoto – Fushimi Inari Shrine, Nijo-jo Castle, Nishiki Market, Gion Area
• Mie – Ise Grand Shrines, Mikimoto Pearl Island
• Hiroshima – Miyajima Island, Itsukushima Shrine, Peace Park
• Fukuoka – Yanagawa Canal City (Japan’s Venice)
• Kagoshima – Mt Sakurajima Volcano

• Everything is arranged and included in the tour.
  

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

• 2019 18-24th May Shinsyu & Hokuriku 6nights/7 days from $4590  booked out
• Enquire now for next Japanese food tour itinerary email hello@otaokitchen.com.au
• A Classic trip feature a range of mid range comfortable accomodation and traditional ryokan, private guide, time to explore independently, local transport and fees. Cost is from $750-$950 per day per person.
• A Boutique trip features an optimal mix of boutique and luxury accomodation and luxury ryokan, private guide, time to explore independently, in country public and private transport and fees. Cost is from $900-$1,200 per person per day.
• A Luxury trip features the absolute best Japan has to offer amazing Japan’s most incredible luxury hotels and ryokans, wonderful private guides and exclusive experiences with as much free time as you would like, premium in country transports and private vehicles between your destinations and more. Cost is from $1,500 per person per day.

HOW TO BOOK

Select your preferred package option, click on Book Now and follow the payment prompts

Once you have completed your purchase, you will be emailed a confirmation and online booking form

Complete your booking form as soon as possible to lock in your holiday!

For any other assistance or enquiries please contact hello@otaokitchen.com.au or call chef Ha 0408 217 899

FINE PRINT

Price

• The price can change depend on the interest rates of the time unless you already paid for your international tour.

Buying and Booking:

• Buy now – limited time offer!
• Top Tip: Book early to secure your preferred dates!
• 14 day booking guarantee – if you change your mind  within 14 days we will refund you in full.
• Bookings are non changeable & non refundable once your travel dates are confirmed
• You can book a private gourmet food tour to Japan and this is a perfect idea for family reunion, anniversary, girls going away party, corporate group, school group and we can custom the itinerary for your group from 1-4 week long with extra activities or destinations can be added in. 
• Email chef Ha Nguyen hello@otaokitchen.com.au for obligation free quote.

Flight Information

• Please book your flights depart from Australia -  not included in your tour cost
• You can arrive early but we only start the tour on time

General

• Not valid with any other offer such as our standard discount
• Valid for 2 people, twin share
• Group size – minimum 5, maximum 16 
• Travelling solo? ask her for single accomodation surcharge 

Package Excludes

• Visa  +  passport holders' fee
• Travel insurance – strongly recommended
• Tipping 
• Anything not listed in the Itinerary

Travel Advice:

• For the latest travel advice for your holiday please visit www.smartraveller.gov.au
• Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after your trip overseas
• A visa may be required for your destination or any countries you are transiting. It is your responsibility to ensure you obtain a valid visa. Please visit http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/ to assist you with any requirements.